HAIR EXTENSION GUARANTEE
Sophia Hair Australia provides a voluntary 3-month manufacturer's guarantee against eligible manufacturing defects in our hair extensions.
Guarantee Period
The guarantee commences on the date of installation, provided the extensions are installed within 6 months of the original purchase date.
Extensions must be stored appropriately before installation, in their original condition and away from excessive heat, moisture, direct sunlight and other conditions that may affect their quality.
Extensions installed more than 6 months after purchase fall outside this voluntary guarantee.
Manufacturing Defects
Potential manufacturing defects include:
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Weft seam splitting caused by defective manufacturing.
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Excessive shedding attributable to a manufacturing fault.
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Abnormal or excessive matting attributable to a manufacturing fault.
The presence of one of these issues does not automatically establish a manufacturing defect. Each claim will be assessed based on the condition of the extensions, available evidence and relevant circumstances.
Guarantee Exclusions
The voluntary manufacturer's guarantee does not cover problems caused by:
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Use of unsuitable haircare products, including protein or keratin-based products.
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Colouring, bleaching, chemical straightening, perming or other chemical treatments.
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Improper installation, removal or maintenance.
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Improper storage or handling.
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Failure to follow Sophia Hair Australia's aftercare instructions.
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Excessive heat exposure, swimming or other environmental damage.
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Normal wear and tear.
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Normal colour variations, fading, tonal changes or discolouration.
Colour Variations & Fading
Our extensions are made from natural human hair, which can vary in porosity and underlying pigment. As a result, minor tonal variations may occur between strands, from top to ends, or between production batches. These subtle differences are a normal characteristic of processed human hair and do not necessarily indicate a manufacturing defect.
Our voluntary 3-month manufacturer's guarantee does not cover normal colour fading or tonal changes over time. As with naturally coloured hair, professional re-toning may be required to maintain the desired shade.
Any colour concerns should be reported before installation or chemical alteration so they can be assessed.
This guarantee does not limit any rights available under Australian Consumer Law.
Assessment and Resolution
All claims are subject to assessment. Sophia Hair Australia may request supporting documentation, photographs, videos and reasonable physical inspection of the affected extensions.
Where a manufacturing defect is confirmed and covered by this voluntary guarantee, Sophia Hair Australia will provide a replacement of the affected product.
Important Information
Our 3-month manufacturer's guarantee is provided in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.
All manufacturing fault claims are assessed individually. We may request supporting information or inspection of the extensions before confirming an outcome.
How to Make a Guarantee Claim
If you believe your hair extensions have a manufacturing defect, please follow the process below.
1. Complete the Warranty Assessment Form
Download and complete our Warranty Assessment Form.
Download Warranty Assessment Form – Fillable PDF
2. Provide Supporting Information
Email your completed form to support@sophiahair.com.au, including:
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Original Sophia Hair Australia order number and proof of purchase.
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Date of installation and supporting salon records.
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A description of the issue and when it first appeared.
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Clear photographs and videos showing the affected extensions.
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Details of the haircare products used and relevant aftercare history.
3. Initial Assessment
Our team will review the information provided and may request additional details or photographs to assist with the assessment.
4. Product Inspection
Where necessary, we may request the affected extensions be returned for physical inspection. Return instructions and any applicable shipping arrangements will be provided before the product is sent.
5. Claim Outcome
Following assessment, we will advise whether the issue is covered by our voluntary manufacturer's guarantee and the proposed resolution.
Claims will be assessed within a reasonable timeframe, taking into account the information and inspection required.
Claim Expenses
For claims under our voluntary guarantee, please contact us before returning any products so that applicable shipping arrangements and expenses can be confirmed in writing.
Where statutory consumer rights apply, any expenses or reimbursements will be handled in accordance with applicable Australian Consumer Law requirements.
Contact Details
Sophia Hair Australia
Operated by Cullen Beauty Group Pty Ltd
Po Box 412
Springwood QLD 4127
Email: support@sophiahair.com.au
Submitting a Warranty Assessment Form does not automatically establish a manufacturing defect or guarantee eligibility. Nothing in this claims process limits any applicable statutory rights.
